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The tinkling of bells sounds off the holiday season today at 11 a.m. with the launch of the Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle Campaign at Ferraro Foods. Volunteers will be ringing in donations for the annual drive that aims to raise money and awareness for the continued need for social service programs and resources for vulnerable individuals and families. Bruce Taylor is one of 139 locals signed up to bring cheer this year. He's been donning his woolies and bringing upbeat Christmas music, courtesy of his wife Susan, to the kettles outside Shoppers Drug Mart and Walmart for 15 years. For the retired police officer, the campaign literally hits close to home. “I was just a young boy in Drumheller, Alberta,” recalled Taylor, saying the year was 1949 or 1950. “Our house was the last to go in a row of 11 homes that were burnt down in the middle of a very cold winter.” The fire was probably caused by a coal stove, he surmises, because the main fuel in those days was coal. The story doesn't end there, because just as community members were getting ready to save the Taylor house, the fire department's pumper truck pulled in. Because it was so cold outside, 30 or 40 below, when the fire truck backed up and inadvertently ran over the hose, the line cracked and water ran all over the ground and the family home was lost. “My mother told me that the Salvation Army was the first ones to come and help,” said Taylor. “They put us up in a hotel and SHERI REGNIER PHOTO brought food and clothing which they never Major Wilf Harbin from the Trail Salvation Army readied the kettles at the East Trail church charged for.” Wednesday morning. The annual Christmas Kettle Campaign begins today and runs until Taylor remembers his mother's stories Dec. 24 at locations throughout Greater Trail. of how the church helped during the war years, and he discovered throughout his help out the police and response teams with “Our number one priority with the donadecades on the force the dedication of hot drinks and food. So I thought this was tions is our Christmas hamper program,” church volunteers. my way of giving something back to society said Harbin. “But we wouldn't able to do it “I joined the RCMP in 1970 and spent and this is a good organization to help.” without our volunteers.” all my time in different places in B.C.,” he Last year, the church received $31,500 Considered Canada's largest and most explained. in donations from the Greater Trail com- recognizable charitable event, the kettle “The Salvation Army was almost always munity, and this year Major Wilf Harbin is drive keeps all dollars in the community the first on scene to provide assistance to hoping to top the funds a little more, with a where the dollars are raised. people, victims of different crimes and to goal of $32,000. See OVER, Page 3 THE DIESEL

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Over 300 hampers to be made this year FROM PAGE 1 All donations left over from the Christmas hamper program are disbursed throughout the year through the Salvation Army Food Bank, Kate’s Kitchen, and the Family Services Program. Those in need are treated to extra goodies for the holidays. The hampers are stuffed with everything from canned soups and cookies to meat and fresh produce gift certificates to local grocery stores. While the Christmas hampers contain specialty items like cranberry sauce and gift certificates to give families the traditional dining experience, giving is not a deed picked up only once a year. Kate’s Kitchen coordinator Linda Radtke expects more than 300 hampers will be made this year, keeping with last year’s numbers, and some of these families will also rely on donated gifts for their

children. Residents can play Santa by picking a tag from a Christmas gift tree set up so far at the Waneta Plaza and Ferraro’s. A gift donation can later be dropped under the Christmas tree unwrapped. The Salvation Army also runs a family sponsor program, where the organization matches donors with a family in need. “If it wasn’t for the Christmas hampers and the Salvation Army a lot of people would be sitting at home with nothing for Christmas, especially if they have children with no toys, with no food and that’s not something that we want to see,” said Radtke. “We want to make sure that everybody is looked after at Christmas, Christmas is a very important time of year and we don’t want to see anyone suffer.” Applications for the hampers can be filled out at Kate’s Kitchen on Rossland Avenue before Dec. 9.

Groups to be consulted FROM PAGE 1 “There is a process that we have to follow and now, we are trying to put together a stakeholder group of those who have a vested interest in being part of this planning,” said Goulard. “The mayor, council, people who use the airport, Pacific Coastal and Red Mountain, for example.” Goulard says the discussion is ongoing with OMB and MMM making sure that every invested group gets what they want. For example, Pacific Coastal may need a certain number of check-in desks within the new terminal. After that, the next step is to find the money for the project, whether it is funding from outside sources or finding the dollars in the budget. “There is a lot going on right now, and come Feb. 1, there will be the whole, ‘where are we going to get the money,’ or, ‘how are we going to pull this off,’” he said, adding that council will be familiar with the information in the report. “Council will also be working on this project throughout, so they will know what is in there. It will be based on their input and the input of other stakeholders.” Trail, $169,000

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Christmas Craft Fair at Waneta Plaza Grapevine is a public serfor St. Andrew’s Day vice provided by the Trail Dinner. Beef dinner, silent Times and is not a guaranteed and live auction. Bagpipes submission. For full list of and Golden City Fiddlers. events visit trailtimes.ca. Tickets at church office, • Thursday through Events & Happenings i $25. Family of 3 or more Sunday, Waneta Plaza’s $75. Call 368. 5581, Annual Christmas Craft Fair. n the Lower Columbia 364.1006 or email rhmSupport local artisans and find fish@telus.net for info. unique Christmas gifts. Santa arrives at • Saturday, Rossland Eagles (outthe Waneta Plaza on Saturday at 11 a.m., side) from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. photos available until 4 p.m. and on Fundraiser barbeque for Sherelle and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aaron Milburn, who lost their belong• Thursday, the Rossland Historical ings in a recent house fire. Sausage on Museum & Archives at 7 p.m. host its a bun with hot chocolate and coffee, $5. open-to-public Annual General Meeting. Or hot dog with beverage, $3. For info Refreshments and light snacks will call Senta at 368.7432. be provided thanks to the Friends of • Monday, the Trail FAIR Office at the Rossland Museum. There will be 2079 Columbia Ave. hosts the Advocacy a presentation of two short films in Centre, a program of Nelson CARES the Cominco Theatre. For info, contact Society. Help for people with issues Museum Director Joelle Hodgins at 362. involving the Ministry of Social 7722 or visit rosslandmuseum.ca. Development and Social Innovation • Saturday, Trail United Church from and landlord/tenant law. For info call, 10 a.m. until noon. U.C.W. hosting a 1.877.352.5777 or contact advocacycenChristmas coffee party at Knox Hall. tre@nelsoncares.ca for an appointment. Included is a bake table. Admission by • Wednesday, Steelworkers Hall at 910 donation. All welcome. Portland Street, at 5 p.m. for the incrED• Saturday, St. Andrew's Anglican IBLE Pot Luck Dinner. Volunteers being Church in Trail. Doors open at 5 p.m. recognized for their positive contribu-

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“At the risk of offending my own mother, this ain’t your grandma’s geothermal,” said CanGEA chair Alison Thompson at a Victoria news conference. Thompson pointed to the recent joint federal-provincial review of BC Hydro’s Site C dam project, which noted that little research into geothermal energy has been conducted in B.C.

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Heavy snowfall has knocked out power across the Okanagan, and wreaked havoc on local roads. Around 2,500 Peachland residents have been in the dark and cold since Tuesday night and power was expected to be back on Wednesday afternoon. BC Hydro representative, Dag Sharman, said there were 43 outages and the trouble can be chalked up to heavy, wet snow falling onto trees that have yet to lose their leaves.

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PEOPLE Public rallies behind woman to recover seized van Woman delivers bannock to Winnipeg’s homeless THE CANADIAN PRESS WINNIPEG - A Winnipeg woman who feeds bannock to the city’s homeless is in danger of losing her delivery van unless she raises $3,000 to pay off several speeding tickets she didn’t even know about. For the last two years, Althea Guiboche has baked bannock and taken in donations of food and clothing that she distributes to the needy every Sunday at a central-area location. Known as the Bannock Lady, Guiboche went on Facebook Tuesday to say her vehicle had been seized and will go up for auction unless she can pay for the fines in about a week. The inner-city mom says the tickets are the result of the van being taken many times last year without her knowledge or consent. Guiboche’s social media posting has already raised dozens of financial contributions to help cover the fines. It’s not clear whether her weekly bannock delivery is gone for good, or only temporarily until she gets her wheels back. By the end of Tuesday afternoon, dozens of people had offered to chip in $20 each. Some offered $100 or $150 and one anonymous donor offered $500. “It’s so tremendous. Overwhelming,” said Guiboche. Guiboche has overcome a number of other setbacks, including battles over permit issues and food safety. She has repeatedly rallied the support she needed to keep going. In addition to Facebook, Guiboche runs a website at gotbannock.ca.

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of Trail passed away very peacefully with her family by her side at Rosewood Village on November 24, 2014. Joyce was born on July 24, 1926 in Calgary, Alberta. Joyce was a gracious lady and enjoyed her family; especially her grandchildren and her beloved puppies. She is survived by her children; Verona (Ron) Freeman, Holley (Rob) Campbell and Owen (Lisa) Smith, her grandchildren; Jeff (Jodie), Alanna (Kevin), Tyler (Desiree), Dusty Ann, Scott and Daniel, her greatgrandchildren; Eli, Cedar, Shem, Katie and Kesler. She was predeceased by her parents, 2 brothers and 1 sister. At her request there will be no funeral service. Al Grywacheski of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Joyce’s name may be made to the Trail SPCA at 7700 3B Hwy, Trail, BC, V1R 4X2 or online at www.spca.bc.ca You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca

GILLES TREMBLAY

Former Montreal broadcaster won four Stanley Cups THE CANADIAN PRESS MONTREAL Former Montreal forward Gilles Tremblay, who won four Stanley Cups with the Canadiens in the 1960s, has died. He was 75. An exceptional skater known for his contributions on both ends of the ice, Tremblay helped Montreal win four Cups between 1965 and 1969 before injuries and illness forced him to retire. Tremblay suffered from asthma during his career and took doses of cortisone in his playing days and into his later career as the first former player to act as an analyst on French-language hockey broadcasts on Radio-Canada. He had also battled intestinal cancer in recent years. Tremblay played his entire career with Montreal, scoring 168 goals and adding 162 assists over 509 regular-season games. Rejean Houle, who joined the Canadiens in 1969 just as Tremblay was about to leave, called the stocky

winger an “offensive, defensive player. “When you play with Jean Beliveau and Yvan Cournoyer, you need to have skill offensively, but he was the one who was always coming back.” Houle, who got to play only 10 games with Tremblay, remembered him as a popular teammate with a gift for telling funny stories. The native of Montmorency, Que., from a family of 14 children made his NHL debut on Nov. 12, 1960 as Montreal faced Detroit at the Forum. The 22-year-old winger started on a line with future Hall of Famers Bernard (Boom Boom) Geoffrion and Beliveau and was tasked with shadowing legendary Red Wings star Gordie Howe. But Tremblay said in his biography “Gilles Tremblay: 40 an avec le Canadien” (40 Years With The Canadiens) that it was Chicago Blackhawks rightwinger Ken Wharram he found most difficult to cover “because he skated just as fast as

me.” In an era when scoring 20 goals in a season was considered a significant achievement, Tremblay reached that plateau five times. He scored a career-high 32 goals, one shy of team leader Claude Provost, in his second season. Various injuries and acute asthma forced Tremblay to retire after the 1968-69 season, when he was only 31. Tremblay remained close to the game he loved, launching a successful career as a colour analyst for the French television broadcasts of Canadiens games on Radio-Canada. “During his 27 years on La Soiree du Hockey, many of them as part of a formidable announcing team with Rene Lecavalier, Gilles’ insights brought a national audience the stories of hundreds of games and eight more Canadiens titles,” NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement. “We send heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of

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someone who brought great dignity and professionalism to his duties on and off the ice.” In a 30-year career as an analyst, and was given the Hockey

Hall of Fame’s Foster Hewitt Memorial Award for broadcasting excellence in 2002. “I took a lot of pride in that and I opened the door for many others,” Tremblay said.

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Lebanese singer bucked Arab world tradition THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BEIRUT - Beloved for her powerful voice and brazen in the conservative Arab world for her multiple marriages, Lebanese singer, actress and entertainer Sabah never seemed far from the limelight during her six-decade career. And even while playfully mocked in her later years for clinging to youth through plastic surgeries, flings with far-younger men and garish outfits, Sabah remained cherished for her love of life and positive outlook even into old age. “I’m proud that I’m a village girl but I had a lot of ambition,” Sabah once said in 2008. Sabah, whose real name was Jeanette Feghali, died Wednesday morning at age 87.

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beloved wife of Horst, passed away peacefully at Rose Wood Village care home in Trail, BC on November 17th, 2014 at the age of 80 years. Siegrid will be lovingly remembered and missed by her husband of 59 years, Horst; her son Detlef (Charlotte); daughters Dagmar (Philip), Cornelia (Jim) and Iris (Leo); grandchildren, Stephanie (Bryan), Desmond (Dana), Jason (Lee Anna), Jeffrey (Sarah), Dustin, Christina (Neil), Stephen and Kevin; and eight greatgrandchildren, Tony, Landon, Elizabeth, Julia, Lori, Zoey, Abbygail and Annaliese. Born 29th June 1934 in Wusterhausen/Dosse, Germany to Helene and Albert Hensel. Siegrid was the only child, spending a great deal of her childhood in the country, with her cousins in Dessow and Wusterhausen. After the 2nd World War she moved to Berlin where she was raised by her mother. She completed elementary & finishing schools in Berlin going on to work stitching patterns on to parchment paper. Siegrid met Horst who played the accordion at a girlfriend’s birthday party Oct 28th 1951; soon after their romance began. In September 1954 Horst moved to Canada and Siegrid followed 8 months later. Settling in Regina, SK. they married and started their family. Work and opportunity to building their dream home eventually led them to Fruitvale, BC. Siegrid loved raising her children, reading, gardening and dancing. She and Horst learned to square dance to meet people and learn the English language, later becoming square dance instructors themselves. One of her greatest joys in life was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Predeceased by grandson Darren (21st April 2005); cousins Erwin, Erna and Lieselotte. As per Siegrid’s wishes, a private Family Service will be held. Sincerest thanks and appreciation to Dr. G Campbell, care providers and support staff at the Rose Wood Village where she made her home.

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ith the swearing in of new councils and mayors across our region, it was refreshing to see such strong voter turnout in many local communities. To me, that says people are listening, watching, reading and taking an active role in deciding the future of their hometowns. They’ve also made their point that we must work with not against our neighbours if we want to continue enjoying our little corner of paradise. That’s a great sign about the future of municipal politics and the role citizens play in it. Unfortunately the same can’t be said on the federal level. Revelations this week that a Conservative party “operative,” which must be another word for spy, secretly recorded a conversation involving a Liberal candidate in hopes of leaking it to the media and providing fodder for federal politicians to denounce an opposing party’s viewpoint is yet another sign of how far our political discourse has fallen on the national level. Of course Canadians witnessed several previews to this type of thing in the last American election including a moment when Republican presidential

candidate Mitt Romney was secretly recorded at a fundraiser claiming a section of the population won’t vote for him. It was leaked to the media, Democrats jumped on the opportunity to chastise Romney and another nail was put in the coffin of his presidential aspirations. So the fact that the Conservative party is stooping to such tactics is certainly no surprise. Oddly enough even though Sun Media (Canada’s version of Fox News) retracted the story, after someone else claimed to have made the comments attributed to the Liberal candidate, the Tory MPs in Ottawa so far refused to do so. The character assassination was done and the work complete. No need to apologize. The unfortunate consequence of the actions of the MPs and the Conservative operative is that it undermines credible discussion between a candidate and constituents. I doubt we’ll see forums, such as municipal ones in Warfield, Trail or Fruitvale, where candidates are asked for their frank opinions on issues. Suddenly any federal candidate must be on guard that someone is trying to entrap them by goading them into embarrass-

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ing comments. Suddenly what should be an honest discourse between a voter and candidate will be viewed suspiciously by the candidate’s handlers unless the question comes from someone fully vetted and cleared of any other party affiliation. Suddenly our rights to question our representatives will be under scrutiny not for the answer it might elicit but for the source of the question. The entire issue of dirty tricks is nothing new to federal politics. However, it has been ramped up in the last couple of decades as parties import the American-style of campaigning. The strategy is “don’t offer anything new but criticize and attack anything your opponent wants to say.” Which brings us the federal election on the horizon.

As editor at the Trail Times, I’m already seeing the consequences of the redrawn electoral boundary that splits Greater Trail from Nelson, Salmo and Kaslo and throws us into a district with Penticton. Okanagan citizens with their own political interests are beginning to post comments on the Trail Times Facebook page or send in letters to the editor in hopes of swaying voters to see their point. People who would normally look west from the Okanagan suddenly have a vested interest in shaping opinions in Trail or Nakusp. I guess that’s fair game, since we’re all “political bedfellows” as one writer put it. And it’s only going to grow as the election nears. Since all three major party candidates are from the Penticton region and the vast distances they would be forced to travel to campaign face-to-face with voters, the quickest, cheapest and easiest way for supporters to connect with voters is to send letters to newspapers. Although connecting with voters via the media is certainly one way to pitch a platform or denounce an opponent, it’s a sad commentary that face-to-face discussion is becoming harder to do. Not only is the travel a hurdle, but also candi-

dates now must be aware of who is in the crowd, who is asking the question and what is their purpose at the meeting. It’s a sad day for democracy when candidates start getting suspicious of a citizen’s intent. But with “operatives” looking for a gotcha moment on an opponent or a party helper using robocalls to mis-direct voters at the polling station or a candidate’s handlers lying about fundraising to circumvent election laws, we all lose. I certainly don’t expect the trend to end, especially now that our riding includes a big population centre like Penticton. Much like the recent municipal elections in the Lower Mainland, large population centres tend to generate special-interest groups bent on pushing a particular agenda. And with that Conservative territory vying for votes in the NDP stronghold in the West Kootenay, who knows how campaigning will play out. But if an open public meeting in Canmore, Alta., can turn into a scene of political underhandedness that plays out in the national media and on Parliament Hill, then, sadly, no region is immune. Guy Bertrand is the managing editor of the Trail Times.

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ments and film that show life in Trail in the past so that we may be able to present our history to the public in a meaningful way. It is only with the public’s support of the Historical Society and its goals that we succeed in preserving our community’s history and sharing it with the public in the future. If you are cleaning out the basement or attic, downsizing to a new home, or clearing a loved one’s home following their passing, please consider donating items you feel represent a snapshot of our community’s growth and develop-

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poor in recent years. Instead, the Harper government has just implemented a vote-buying scheme that promises $26.7 billion over five years in tax breaks and support programs that will disproportionately benefit those who are already doing well. It includes an income-splitting measure that experts say will benefit only about 15 per cent of families, leaving 85 per cent (including the neediest) out in the cold. A better policy? If the Harper government had even doubled the national child benefit, child poverty could be reduced by 26 per cent, according to the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Or it could focus on what study after study has recommended along with a national child-care program: investing in job training and creating an affordable housing plan. Instead, we’re living with a situation documented by Food Banks Canada’s annual HungerCount, which this year found that 37 per cent of the 841,000 people helped by food banks last year were children. Twenty-five years after Parliament voted to end child poverty, an entire generation of children has grown up in need. Canada’s federal government cannot continue to turn a blind eye to them. It must commit to ending child poverty now — as other countries have. They have the know-how and the means. There’s no excuse — just a lack of will.

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(From left) Trail Smoke Eaters Bryan Gerstenfeld, Ryan Swanson, Adam Todd, Kienan Scott, and Scotty Davidson (as well as Bryan Basilico, missing) are taking the lead in their Movember quest to raise funds to fight cancer, and don the yellow jersey to show support for the Canadian Cancer Society and their fundraiser at the Smokies game on Friday.

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By Times Staff The Trail Smoke Eaters hope to see a golden turnout at the game Friday, as the Smokies team up with the Canadian Cancer Society to raise funds to fight cancer for their match against the West Kelowna Warriors at the Cominco Arena. The Smoke Eaters encourage all fans to wear yellow to show their support in the fight against cancer, as yellow is the symbol of hope and the signature color for the Canadian Cancer Society. “I am hoping to spread the word and get the stands packed with a sea of yellow for this Friday’s game,” said Cancer Society coordinator Allison McCarthy in an email to the Times. “The schools played a big part and had their students color yellow daffodil color pages, which I will hang up in the arena as a Wall of Hope. It should be pretty cool.”

A host of golden daffodils created by students from Glenmerry, Webster, and St. Michaels elementary schools will greet hockey fans on the walls of the Cominco Arena. In recognition of the fundraiser, the Smoke Eaters will be wearing yellow arm bands and using yellow tape on their sticks for the game, as well as giving away yellow “Gloves are off, join the cancer fight” T-shirts in the first intermission courtesy of Teck and Kootenay Savings. All fans age 12 and under will be admitted to the game for a toonie, which the Smoke Eaters will then donate to the Cancer Society. Join the fight against cancer at the Trail Smoke Eaters Friday night home game versus the West Kelowna Warriors at 7:30 p.m. Donate to the Smokies Growvember campaign at www.convio.cancer.ca.

Midget Ice split with Thunderbirds By Times Staff The Major Midget Kootenay Ice split a pair of games with the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds in Nelson on the weekend dropping their first game 5-2 Saturday before rebounding with a 4-2 win on Sunday. The Ice’s Tanner Costa scored the winner on Sunday, on an unassisted effort at 12:02 remaining in the third period to give Kootenay a 3-1 lead. After a scoreless first period, Justin Podgorenko converted an Ellis Junker pass to put the Ice up

1-0, just 38 seconds into the middle frame. Korbyn Chabot would make it 2-0 at 13:19, with assists going to Kadrian Klimchuk and affiliate player Aiden Browell of Fruitvale. The T-birds would cut the lead to one on a goal from Nate Castonguay at 13:30 but Costa would restore the two-goal cushion 88 seconds later. Fraser Valley would again draw within one on a power-play goal, after Klimchuk was called for hooking with 2:56 remaining in regulation. But Trail’s Evan Gorman would

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salt it away with an empty netter a minute later. On Saturday, Trail native Blake Sidoni scored two first-period goals to give the Ice a 2-1 lead but the Thunderbirds would score four unanswered to secure the 5-2 win. The Kootenay Midget Ice improved their record to 3-13-2 good for ninth spot in the 11-team BC Major Midget League. The Ice next travel to the coast to take on the Burnaby Winter Club on Saturday and Sunday.

The Family Day Fishing Derby was cancelled earlier this week, as angler concern for the fishery on Kootenay Lake continues to grow. Numbers of kokanee have plummeted from a high of an estimated 1.7 million return spawners to Meadow Creek and Lardeau River in 2011 to about 150,000 in September, adversely affecting the Gerrard rainbow and bull trout numbers to a degree that organizers had no recourse but to cancel the February fishing derby. “This derby was intended to be a fun and exciting event and many of you can attest that spending two-and-a-half days on Kootenay Lake at minus-10 degrees without a bite or catching one- to two-pound rainbow is not fun or exciting,” the Family Day derby website, ctrcanadderby.com, stated. “In fact, one of the 2014 fall three-day derbies did not measure any fish and the prizes had to be randomly drawn.” Robert Di Pietro, president of Canadian Training Resources who sponsor the derby, says they are cancelling the event due to an extreme decline in fish stocks in Kootenay Lake. “The lake is practically empty of anglers and fish, a real blow to our economy,” said Di Pietro in an email. “The results from our 2014 survey estimate that close to half-a-million dollars was spent over a three-day period from our derby alone.” The popular derby attracted about 650 anglers this year, and, with a top prize of $10,000 for longest Gerrard, it was an economic boon for the area. Nevertheless, the Ministry of Forests, Land and Natural Resources’ fish biologist Matt Neufeld is not panicking, at least from a fisheries and conservation perspective. “We recognize that kokanee numbers are down and we are seeing that with anglers, resulting in a whole

bunch of pretty hungry Gerrard rainbows, and we’re starting to see a decline in those numbers, just because of it. It’s part of a natural cycle and our job now is try and reduce the time that it takes for that cycle to happen.” Since the kokanee peak in 2011, stocks have declined steadily resulting in a return of about 450,000 in 2013 and 150,000 this year. Despite the dive in the kokanee count, the number of mature Gerrards spawning on the Lardeau River at Trout Lake in April-May was over 700, a good return for rainbows. “They were down a bit, but they are still much higher than the long-term average (of about 300-400) . . . I’m anticipating we will see some decline there, we have over the last few years,” said Neufeld. “Based on what we’re hearing from anglers, catch-rates seem to be declining on the lake and that’s no huge surprise.” Gerrards and bull trout are very effective predators and the past years’ high numbers of large trout is a significant reason for the kokanee decline. The Gerrard spawning count has seen an “unprecedented increase” in the last decade, with a high of 1,100 in 2012. Prior to 2011 the highest Gerrard count was about 600 with a low of 200 in 2001. “There is no conservation concern for kokanee, they are not going to go extinct in Kootenay Lake. It’s certainly really low for providing enough food for Gerrard rainbows and bull trout on the lake. They are very effective predators; given the numbers we had in the lake, we think they are just eating themselves out of house and home.” In the fall of 2013, fisheries biologists also discovered that kokanee were infected with the hematopoietic necrosis virus (IHN), which can increase the mortality rate of hatched fish or fry. See IHN, Page 10

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Detroit at New Jersey, 7 p.m. Montreal at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Carolina at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Ottawa at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Edmonton at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Saturday’s games Phila at Rangers, 1 p.m. Washington at Toronto, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Montreal, 7 p.m.

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FROM PAGE 9 But studies by MFLNR fisheries biologists found that fry from the infected areas were free of IHN, and that Gerrards did not contract the virus. “We tested Gerrard’s this spring and they were negative so they don’t have IHN,” added Neufeld. “Gerrard rainbows are actually pretty resilient to this strain, so I don’t think IHN is a

concern for Gerrards.” The fisheries focus, says Neufeld, remains fourfold: to produce as many kokanee as they can from the spawning channels, manage the IHN virus, continue to fertilize Kootenay Lake, and to monitor rainbow trout escapement and bull trout numbers on the lake. But until stocks rebound, anglers will have to ride out the

trough and patiently await the crest of Mother Nature’s cycle. “Angler harvest of Gerrards is reasonably low as a percentage ever year, so at this point, given the escapement numbers we’re not hugely concerned from a conservation standpoint,” added Neufeld. “But when catch-rates are low, it is tough to run a successful derby.”

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Santa brings Christmas Camp Cawabunga Christmas Camp Cawabunga for ages 6 to 12 will be offered during Christmas break. The first week runs Dec. 22 to 24; the second week runs Dec. 29 to 31. Both weeks are Monday to Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with drop off starting at 8:30 a.m. We offer fun-filled days of activities, including swimming and skating, games, crafts, and active play. Cost per week is only $68 (2nd child $55) or one day $35.70. Exempt from the Non-TRP fee. 2) Power Skating and Hockey Christmas Camps will run Dec. 29 to 31. Learn new skills CLIP AND SAVE

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and drills, and get extra practice over the holidays. Full hockey gear is required. Group 1 is for ages 6 to 7, 9-10:30 a.m. Group 2 is for ages 8 to 12, 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come on out to our Free Christmas Skate with Santa, sponsored by the Trail Kiwanis Club, on Wed. Dec. 17 from 5:45 to 7 p.m. at the Trail Memorial Centre arena. Skate to some great Christmas music, play games and meet Santa. There will be free hot chocolate available, and pizza sold for $1 per slice. Don’t miss out on this fun festive family event. Our next Skate with the Smokies will be on Dec. 10 at public skating from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Come out and meet the Smokies and scrimmage some fun games with your favourite players. Have you checked out the Teen Glow Skate yet? You will be amazed when you skate under neon lights, lazer beams, a disco ball and the best music in town. All for those ages 10 and up, come out to our next event on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at the Trail Memorial Centre Kids Rink. Bring your friends and family and have a blast. For more information call Trail Parks and Recreation at 368-6484 or the Aquatic Centre at 364-0888.

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Come to agreement about babysitting damages Mailbox

Marcy Sugar & Kathy Mitchell

effort to reimburse for damages. However, if all of the children play in roughly the same way, it’s simply the cost of doing business. Discuss this with your sister-in-law and agree that you either split the costs or no one pays. If necessary, put it in writing. Dear Annie: I have a severe allergy to cats. I went through a fiveyear course of allergy shots and take an antihistamine every day, but I can still have a reaction when visiting the home of a friend with a cat. Many people don’t truly understand how severe the problem is. I would like to make a few sugges-

time. I know your cat is adorable, but I can’t have it rub against me. 4. I appreciate your invitations to reciprocate, but I am very uncomfortable in your home. Instead, you can “host” by bringing dinner to me. 5. If you have an allergic friend or relative and you do not currently have a cat, consider adopting something else. If you get a cat, expect visits to your house to diminish. And consider the message you are sending to that friend or relative. I hope this helps people understand that we cat-allergic people are just trying to maintain friendships the best we can. It would be a lovely gesture if our friends could accommodate this one part of who we are that is so inconvenient. -Trying My Best Dear Trying: We know some folks will decide you are too much trouble to

accommodate. But for those who value these relationships, this will help them understand how difficult and dangerous it is for you to be exposed to cats. We like the idea of friends bringing dinner to your place (or maybe inviting you to join

them at a restaurant) to reciprocate. We hope they will. Dear Annie: The letter from “Unforgiven,” who inadvertently left her brother’s stepson out of her father’s obituary, touched my heart. May I suggest that

she offer to publish an anniversary notice in the newspaper, in which the stepson is not only mentioned, but invited to participate in writing? If that doesn’t soothe the sister-in-law, there’s more to the issue. -- Sheila in Massachusetts

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tions: 1. Please don’t be offended if I ask you about your cats, am hesitant to visit your home or need to leave early. This isn’t personal. It is a medical issue. 2. Many people vacuum just before an allergic friend arrives. This actually makes the problem worse because it sprays allergens into the air that hang suspended for hours. Instead, vacuum hours earlier, and then open all of the windows to air out the house. Consider purchasing a HEPA-filtered vacuum. And please realize that the more people present the more the allergens are stirred up. I am unlikely to want to attend a large party in your home. Again, it’s not personal. 3. Please provide a surface to sit on that has not been previously occupied by the cat. Consider having the visit in an uncarpeted area. And keep the cat confined the whole

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Dear Annie: My sister-in-law and I exchange babysitting for our young children. I have three under the age of 5, and she has two. It is mutually beneficial except for one thing: If the kids break something at her house, she demands that I pay for it. Recently this included getting her couch professionally cleaned after all of the children, not just mine, drew on it with pens. I was fine with footing the bill, until something at my house was damaged, and her response was to laugh it off and say, “Well, you should have been watching them!” I do not appreciate the double standard. Is there some kind of rule as to who should pay for the damage? -Stuck with the Bill No Matter What in Oregon Dear Stuck: If one child is unusually destructive or breaks something particularly valuable, the parents should make an

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YourByhoroscope Francis Drake today. That’s OK; wait for another day to explore these possibilities. This same advice applies to higher education, medicine and the law. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You might be disappointed in your share of something, because this is a poor day to decide how to deal with inheritances or jointly held property. Forewarned is forearmed. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Dealings with others are a bit prickly today, especially those who are closest to you. What gives? Well, people are tight-fisted, cautious and critical (a scary combo!). LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) This can be a mildly challenging day at your job, especially when dealing with women. People are critical and not easily pleased. Just accept this and tread water.

For Friday, Nov. 28, 2014 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Don’t push the river today, because today has its minor challenges. Just go with the flow and keep a positive attitude. You work best under pressure anyhow. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Discussions with authority figures -- parents, bosses, teachers, VIPs and the police -- will be challenging today. If possible, avoid these people today, especially if you have to ask for permission or approval. (You won’t get it.) GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Do not be discouraged if others are critical of you today, especially because of something that happened in your personal life. Is this really any of their business? CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Travel plans look bleak

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Be patient with family members today, because difficulties with female relatives are likely. People are a bit uptight and stiff with each other. Tiptoe carefully. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a poor day to make suggestions or present your case, because you are not confident; you have doubts. Therefore, postpone any-

thing important until next week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Financial matters are not entirely clear today. Something or someone might be holding you back. If possible, do not act. Wait until next week to make your move. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This is a poor day to discuss finances or anything

important at work. People are judgmental. Quite likely, someone will block whatever you want to do. Yikes. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Some days are easy, and some days are hard. Unfortunately, this is one of the hard days. Just grin and bear it. It’s over quickly. In fact, this weekend is quite lovely. YOU BORN TODAY You are intense, emotion-

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Please keep your walkways clear this winter. Our hardworking carriers thank you! If you have the time, be a good neighbour and shovel someone else’s walk too!

SALLY FORTH

ally sensitive and physical in your approach to life. You have humor, joy and loyalty to your friends. You vigorously defend your ideas, but these can change as you grow. This year is the beginning of a fresh, new nineyear cycle for you. Open any door! Start a new business activity. Birthdate of: Jon Stewart, TV host/political satirist; S. Epatha Merkerson, actress; Paul Shaffer, musician.

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Personals ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-368-5651 FOR INFORMATION, education, accommodation and support for battered women and their children call WINS Transition House 250-364-1543

Lost & Found FOUND: white tabby, young male cat, Old Waneta Road (Greenhouse) looking for a good home. 250-364-1777 LOST: Cane, silver/chrome color on Wednesday, Nov.12, Medical Building on Dewdney, Downtown Trail. If found, please call 250-368-6325.

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Trades, Technical LOCAL logging company looking for full time processor operators. Competitive wages and benefits plan. Experience an asset but would be willing to train. Email resumes to: smallpinelogging@yahoo.ca

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Due to retirements and maternity leaves, our Trail Branch is looking for a Auto Customer Service Representative. Preference will be given to those candidates that possess a level 1 Insurance Brokers Licence; however, we are willing to train the right applicant. The right candidate will posses the following skills: â€˘ Excellent Customer Focused Attitude â€˘ Experience in Customer Service or Office Administration â€˘ Reliable Transportation & Drivers Licence ( Possible Mobile Road Service to Local Auto Dealers) â€˘ Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel â€˘ Excellent Oral and Written skills RHC Insurance Brokers have been in business for over 100 years in the West Kootenay Region. Through our 8 locations we provide a full range of Insurance Brokerage Services. For more details please visit our web site at www.rhcinsurance.com.

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Route 362 20 papers 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Evergreen Ave Route 366 18 papers Beaver St, Maple Ave Route 369 15 papers Birch Ave, Johnson Rd, Redwood Dr, Rosewood Dr Route 375 12 papers Green Rd & Lodden Rd Route 379 18 papers Cole St, Nelson Ave Route 380 23 papers Galloway Rd, Mill Rd Route 381 7 papers Coughlin Rd Route 382 7 papers Debruin Rd & Staats Rd Route 384 19 papers Cedar Ave, Kootenay

Route 303 15 papers 12th Ave, 2nd St, Grandview Route 304 13 papers 12th & 14th Ave

Route 341 24 papers 10th Ave, 8th Ave, 9th Ave Route 344 17 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave Route 345 12 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave Route 347 16 papers 10th Ave, 9th Ave, 9th St Route 348 19 papers 12th Ave, Christie Rd Route 346 27 papers 8th, 9th & 10th Ave Route 340 24 papers 10th Ave, 7th St, 8th St

West Trail Route 149 7 papers Binns St, McAnally St, Kitchener Ave

Warfield Route 195 12 papers Blake Crt,Whitman Way

Sunningdale Route 211 26 papers Hazelwood Dr, Olivia Cres, Viola Cres. Route 219 15 papers Hazelwood Drive

Rossland

CARRIERS NEEDED FOR ROUTES IN ALL AREAS

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Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Thursday, November 27, 2014 Trail Times

Classifieds Misc. for Sale

Houses For Sale

TABLE SAW, Rockwell 9”. Good condition. $50.00. 250-368-9992

Houses For Sale

Open Houses This Weekend!

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-499-0251. Local.

1585 Green Road Fruitvale

Friday, November 28 4:30 - 6:00pm $

Misc. for Sale

169,000

SNOW BLOWER, 27”/90 used only twice, $800. cash; Lawnmower used only once. $220. cash. Ph.250-368-9835

1680 Tolmie Street, Trail

189,900

635 Shakespeare Street, Warfield

Thursday, Nov 27th 6 pm to Midnight

Bay Avenue Music 1364 Bay Ave, Trail 250-368-8878

$326,500

Location, Location, Location! This home is located close to hospital, shopping, schools and Gyro Park.

15 500 16th Avenue, Genelle

120 Mountain Side Dr, Fruitvale

This 3 bedroom home is located in the riverside Whispering Pines park. Enjoy fishing, hiking and the river only steps away.

The perfect place to enjoy your golden years. Over 2400sq ft of carefree living in Mountain Side Life Lease Villas.

169,000

1915 Mountain Street, Fruitvale

Rhonda van Tent Coldwell Banker 1st Trail Real Estate 250.231.7575 1252 Bay Ave Trail, BC, 250-368-5222

MIDNIGHT MADNESS! 1 NIGHT ONLY!

$169,500

Country living close to town. Large 4 bedroom, 3 bath family home on a 1 acre view lot.

Saturday, November 29 Saturday, November 29 11:00am - 12:30pm 1:00 - 2:30pm $ $

In Attendance:

Musical Instruments

1201 Columbia Avenue, Trail

Until there's a cure, there's us.

$49,900

$299,900

“It’s YOUR move. You want it handled with care”

Dawn Rosin realtor® 250.231.1765

dawnrosin@shaw.ca www.westkootenayhomes.com

www.allprorealty.ca All Pro Realty Ltd. 1148 Bay Ave, Trail 250.368.5000 www.facebook.com/allprorealtyltdtrailbc

OPEN HOUSE

MLS#2394130

MLS#2397976

Sat. Nov. 29 • 11am - 1pm 7141 Wright Way, Waneta Village $329,000

Sat. Nov. 29 • 1:30 - 3pm 7741 Crema Dr, Waneta Village $239,000

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Trail $145,000

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Trail $120,000

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Trail $154,900

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Sunningdale $269,000

Waneta $399,000

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MLS#2400676

MLS#2398657

East Trail $169,500

Fruitvale $256,000 UL TIF ME AU HO BE ILY M FA

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Montrose $192,000

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West Trail $169,000

Fruitvale $365,000

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Montrose $252,000

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Montrose $194,500

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Fruitvale $99,500

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Warfield $154,900

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Fruitvale $199,000

Wayne DeWitt........ ext 25 cell: 250-368-1617 Mario Berno ........... ext 27 cell: 250.368.1027 Tom Gawryletz ...... ext 26 cell: 250.368.1436 Thea Stayanovich.. ext 28 cell: 250.231.1661

Fred Behrens ......... ext 31 cell: 250.368.1268 Keith DeWitt .......... ext 30 cell: 250.231.8187 Denise Marchi ....... ext 21 cell: 250.368.1112 Joy DeMelo ............ ext 29 cell: 250.368.1960

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

1252 Bay Avenue, Trail 250.368.5222 1993 Columbia Ave, Rossland 250.362.5200

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WANETA MANOR Suites Avail Now

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Ermalinda Apartments, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S. 1-2 bdrms. Ph. 250.364.1922 E.TRAIL, 1&2bdrm. apts. F/S, Coin-op laundry available. 250-368-3239

Fri. Nov. 28

4:30 - 6:00pm

Trail

Francesco Estates, Glenmerry. Adults only. N/P, N/S, 1-3 bdrms. Phone 250.368.6761.

1680 Tolmie St

169,000

250.231.7575

Rhonda

164,000

Trail

250.231.7575

Rhonda

OPEN HOUSE

New Listin

Glenmerry 1bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $600./mo. 250-368-5908 Glenmerry 2bdrm. apt. F/S Heat included. N/S. $750./mo. 250-368-5908 PARKSIDE APARTMENTS. Large 1bdrm., insuite laundry, AC, secure quiet building. Call Richard 250-368-7897 SUNNINGDALE, spacious, bright 1bd, perfect for couple/ senior, n/p,n/s. 778-515-1512 250-368-5695

Fruitvale Rhonda

195,000

250.231.7575

Fri. Nov. 28

starts 4:30pm

Trail

1697 Tolmie St

138,500

250.231.9484

Nathan

TRAIL, 2BDRM. Glenmerry. Newly reno’d, perfect for senior, no stairs. N/P. Utilities included. 250-368-1312.

TRAIL, Bachelor suite. Friendly, quiet secure bldg. Heat incl. N/P, N/S. 250-368-5287 WARFIELD, 1BD. F/S. Coin laundry, storage. Secure bldg. N/S, N/P. $625. util.incl. 778239-1843

98,000

134,000

Trail

250.231.9484 Nathan

Nathan House & Acreage

250.231.9484

Call

TRAIL, 1BD. character apt., reno’d, non-smoking adult building, coin-op laundry, close to Downtown. $525./mo. includes heat. 250-226-6886

TRAIL, 3BD. Bright, clean, spacious, in quiet bldg. W/D. S.exposure w/deck, off-street parking. N/S. $835./mo. Avail. Nov28.Call/text 503-302-5428

Trail

is looking for paper carriers in all areas for one day a week

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WARFIELD, 1bdrm. apt. N/S, N/P. Avail. immed. $550./mo. + utilities. 250-229-4149 W.TRAIL 2-BDRM.. N/S, N/P. F/S. Laundry. 250-367-7919

$725.

W.TRAIL, 2Bdrm. in 4-plex., enclosed parking. $580./mo. 250-551-1106

SOLD

Duplex / 4 Plex 1000sqf 2bdrm/2bath duplex for rent in Montrose. Close to bus stop, dble-pane windows, heat-pump, D/W, NP/NS. $850/month. Ph 604-374-0121

Rossland

Marie-Claude

299,900

$OLD

Rossland

250.512.1153 Marie-Claude

250.512.1153

10 Acres

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E.TRAIL, newly renovated 3bd. duplex, close to Safeway, no pets. $700./mo utilities not included. 250-368-8361 after 12noon or 1-403-993-3279 any time.

Mobile Homes & Pads FRUITVALE, 1790 Barrett Dr. Modular home pad for rent in clean 55+ park. 250-503-1626 SALMO, 916 Airport Road. Modular home pads for rent in nice park. Call 250-357-9328

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Homes for Rent Shavers Bench! 4 Bedroom, full basement, F/S, N/S, N/P. $900/month. 250-364-1551

49,900

Rossland

Rob

399,000

250.231.4420

Bring Offer

Fruitvale

250.512.1153 Rob

Marie-Claude

5 Bedroom

219,500

Fruitvale

250.231.4420 Rob

319,000

250.231.4420

TRAIL, 3bdrm. f/s, w/d, basement, fenced yard, quiet area. 250-231-1125 / 250-364-1129 TRAIL, 4 b/r home, 1 reno’d bathrm, central A/C, f/s/w/d, ns,np, full bsmt, rv carport, nr Aquatic Ctr, 1534 4th Ave. $1200. + util. 250-364-3978

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Thursday, November 27, 2014 Trail Times

Juicy project Liz Bevan Photo

Grayce Sutherland, 4, juices fresh oranges with a little help for Darcee O'Hearn at the Trail and District Public Library on Wednesday morning. The juicing was part of the library's Creative Peas and ABCs program that runs every Wednesday at 10 a.m. for kids aged 3 to 5 years.

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Saturday, November 29

#305 - 1510 Nickleplate Road, Rossland

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$99,000

2459 2nd Ave, Rossland

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Nicely renovated 3bdrm home with walkout basement, large landscaped lot, 13x41 garage, huge private deck, and 2 fireplaces. Tons of storage and a workshop area complete this package. Call Christine (250) 512-7653

Bright south facing 1 bdrm condo with new flooring, amazing southern views and great sun exposure. The building has shared laundry, fitness room, games room and sauna. Call your REALTOR® today!

$299,000

11am - 1pm 1912 Hummingbird Drive, Fruitvale

ICE NEW PR

$354,900

Built in 2008 - this 4 bdrm/3 bath home still feels brand new. Vaulted ceilings and lots of sunlight throughout-open floor plan with lovely hardwood floors. Double garage and fenced yard. Move in and enjoy.

730 Binns Street, Trail

$128,000

Filled with character! Original hardwood floors and wood trim, updated electrical, country kitchen and remodeled bathroom. Single car garage and plenty of off street parking. This home is move in ready.

Call Mark (250) 231-5591

Call Art (250) 368-8818

STING NEW LI

Mark Wilson

250-231-5591

mark.wilson@century21.ca

Terry Alton

250-231-1101

terryalton@shaw.ca

Tonnie Stewart

250-365-9665

tonniestewart@shaw.ca

Jodi Beamish

ICE NEW PR

250-231-2331

jodi.beamish@century21.ca

Mary Martin

250-231-0264

mary.martin@century21.ca 28 - 150 Tamarac Ave, Fruitvale

1762 First Street, Fruitvale

1643 McQuarrie Street, Trail

1402 Bay Avenue, Trail

490 Austad Lane, Trail

Upgraded unit in sought after Mobile Home Park. Vaulted ceiling, open plan, skylights, 2 bdrm 2 bath, extremely affordable living here. Call today for list of upgrades!

Commercial / residential building with long term tenants already in place. Great revenue stream. Call today for details!

Duplex with excellent parking and flat, fenced yard! Great investment property or live in one side while the other becomes a mortgage helper.

Beautiful views, well landscaped yard and 5 bdrm on a quiet cul-d-sac. Attention all Buyers - Take advantage of the Sellers VTB program. Call your REALTOR® for details..

A snug little house with newer flooring and paint on main and new carpet and drywall in the basement. Excellent location.

Call Tonnie (250) 365-9665

Call Terry (250) 231-1101

Call Jodi (250) 231-2331

$69,000

$259,000

$159,000

$189,900

$109,000

Richard Daoust

250-368-7897

richard.daoust@century21.ca

Mary Amantea

250-521-0525

mamantea@telus.net

Bill Craig

250-231-2710

bill.craig@century21.ca

817 Whitetail Drive, Rossland

$1,100,000

966 Upper China Creek Road, Genelle

425 8th Avenue, Montrose

This 4 bed/1 bath home offers privacy and 2 acres! Many upgrades! (wiring, plumbing, heating, roof, fencing, landscaping). Call your REALTOR® now to view.

Extremely quiet location with privacy. Beautifully upgraded including, kitchen, living room, dining room, family room, 2 full baths, 3 bdrms and than 800 sq ft of decks! Double carport and heated work shop!

Custom-built, high-end timber frame home at Redstone. Features high ceilings, timber frame accents, huge windows, and amazing views. The kitchen is gorgeous, the decks are amazing and the bathrooms are deluxe! Call your REALTOR® for your personal viewing.

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

Call Richard (250) 368-7897

$259,000

$329,000

Deanne Lockhart

250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca

Art Forrest

250-368-8818 c21art@telus.net

REDUCE

3590 Aster Drive, Trail 441 Whitman Way, Warfield

$350,000

452 Whitman Way, Warfield

Gorgeous custom built home with high quality finishings, fantastic kitchen, open floor plan and beautifully landscaped yard. Great parking with huge garage and workshop area. An excellent family home with room for everyone. Come see it today!

One-owner custom built home. This home is a classic, with interesting architecture, quality construction and prime location. 4 bdrms, 2 baths, large rec room, workshop and lots of great storage. The roof is brand new, central air-conditioning, u/g sprinkling. On nearly 1/3 of an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Don’t wait for an OPEN HOUSE – this Emerald Ridge 1/2 duplex is a pleasure to show at your convenience!! Vaulted ceilings, open kitchen with granite countertops and lots of space for a family but a perfect layout for seniors.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call Mary A (250) 521-0525

$575,000

$359,900

4206 Ross Spur Road, Ross Spur

Christine Albo

$1,200,000

christine.albo@century21.ca

PRIVATE RETREAT! This spectacular home is located 25 acres of healthy treed property with Beaver Creek running through. The home has over 4200 square feet of finished space, with high ceilings, hardwood floors, deluxe kitchen and views galore! You have to see it to believe it!

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

250-512-7653

Dave Thoss

250-231-4522

dave.thoss@century21.ca

Dan Powell

Christina Lake 250-442-6413

powelldanielk@gmail.com